Archive for October, 2008

About Trinidad and Tobago

October 30, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , , , ,

Have you ever been to a getaway that echoes with the sights and sounds of an eternal carnival? Walk down sandy beaches with warm waves lapping the shores. Explore the island of Tobago in the Caribbean, wrapped with tranquility. Nightclubs, discos, casinos, bars, restaurants, sports cafes and pubs offer an up tempo itinerary that will get your adrenaline going if you are looking for good nightlife. You can enjoy the dance floor at the Half Moon Blue, a Tobago hotel, after a day spent in the parade and celebrations of the independence of this unique island. Spend a week here to get away from the stresses of your daily work. This tiny island, which is only 26 miles by 7 miles wide, and has a population of only about 50000, has no poisonous snakes.

The Tobago island is most famous for its non-stop party culture and laid back attitude, which makes it a hit with tourists from around the world. The Trinidad and Tobago people are gracious hosts and also include tourists in all their celebrations, whether it is Christmas or Carnival, the ultimate party experience of the year. Relax on the lovely balcony at Half Moon Blue Resorts that offers an unforgettable sight on clear days of Tobago’s sister island Trinidad across the ocean. The other activities that you can enjoy while visiting are the water tours and eco tours. There is also a range of water sports including diving and water surfing that you may enjoy. The outdoor enthusiasts can celebrate their freedom with horse back riding, cycling, golf and tennis.

With mixed ethnicities as a result of many invasions and settlements, Trinidad and Tobago is home to the most vibrant festivals of the world. If you are looking for holiday accommodation, check into Half Moon Blue Resorts in Tobago where you may retreat into plush suites that overlook the stunning Bacolet Bay. All the thrilling activities promised on the island can be easily arranged from the comfort of your Tobago hotel. Enjoy idyllic walks along the beach or quiet dinners with family and friends or snorkeling and diving. The outdoor enthusiasts can celebrate their freedom with cycling, golf and tennis. Giving you luxury at its best, Half Moon Blue Resorts, crafts the romantic art of a holiday with the promise of tropical exotica. Fill the senses with Caribbean hospitality and let Tobago’s incredible cuisine take you on a tasteful journey. For more detailed information on resort booking visit: http://www.stayintobago.com. Also visit http://resortstobago.com/ for more details on the resort and the amenities or call 868.639.3551.

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A Trinidad and Tobago holiday

October 29, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , , ,

Have you ever been to an island that never sleeps? The southernmost of the Caribbean Islands, Tobago contains many idyllic, easily accessible beaches, stunning coral reefs and the oldest protected rain forest in the Western Hemisphere. Half Moon Blue Resorts, a French colonial resort at the Donkey Cart House, Bacolet Bay, Tobago, is a perfect hideaway. Revel in the luxury of a Trinidad and Tobago holiday at its finest and absorb the panoramic views from your balcony at Half Moon Blue as you rest after a breathtaking sailing trip.

As a great holiday destination, Tobago invites you to feel the essence of nature with its tropical flora and fauna, eco tours and wildlife tours on the island. Trinidad and Tobago are packed with the traditional celebrations and festivals of all these ethnicities. Even water tours to experience the sea life can be arranged in Tobago. Other activities in Trinidad and Tobago resorts include diving, water surfing and horse riding. If you are an avid golfer, you can choose from the many golf courses on the island. Snorkeling and scuba diving, the oldest protected rain forest, picturesque beaches, coral reefs, tasty cuisine, charming villas and friendly natives, that’s Robinson Crusoe island or Tobago for you.

A Trinidad and Tobago holiday for the family should be able to cater to the interests of everyone. Each person probably has a different idea of their perfect holiday. Half Moon Blue offers a complete vacation with an adventurous getaway, an escapade into the spirit of the past and a hideaway where you can identify with the passion and the soul of Tobago. Half Moon Blue Resorts has comfortable, luxurious and spacious suites with spectacular views of the Bacolet Bay of the fabulous sunset and glowing horizon. For more detailed information on Trinidad and Tobago resorts visit: http://www.stayintobago.com. Also visit http://resortstobago.com/  or call 868.639.3551 for more details on the resort and the amenities.

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Pigeon beach, Tobago

October 21, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , ,

One of the most famous tourist attractions in Tobago is Pigeon Point beach. Most travel brochures of Tobago will have a picture of Pigeon Point beach, famous for its powdery white sands. Pigeon Point beach is located amidst a plantation of coconut trees and is a picturesque destination for tourists. Pigeon Point beach has an entrance fee which allows visitors access to the gift shop, snack shop and toilettes. You can take fishing, diving and Buccoo Reef trips from Pigeon Point beach. One of the most famous landmarks of Tobago is the palm roofed shelter at the end of the Pigeon Point beach jetty.

 

If you are looking for a resort in Tobago, then the Half Moon Blue resort in Tobago is the perfect place for you. The Half Moon Blue resort in Tobago boasts of gorgeous and comfortable suites where you and you family and relax before and after visiting the island’s many attractions. This beautiful resort in Tobago is set in a stunning setting of palms, bamboo and bougainvillea, giving it a fresh and natural feel. Half Moon Blue resort in Tobago has a penthouse suite from where you have breath taking views of the half moon shaped Bacolet Bay from where the hotel gets its name.

 

Half Moon Blue resort in Tobago is a luxurious and idyllic location for you to stay on Tobago. To book your accommodation in Tobago mailto:holidays@halfmoonblue.com or call 868.639.3551. They have a restaurant – La Belle Creole where you can treat yourself to scrumptious and authentic island cuisine. Whether you visit to experience the thrill of Tobago nightlife, or the peaceful stretches of Pigeon Beach, the Half Moon Blue resort in Tobago is the perfect place to stay.

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A tour of Fort St.George

October 20, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , ,

If you are visiting Tobago, don’t miss the historical Fort St.George.  Built in the 1770’s, Fort St.George is one of the island’s best preserved historical monument. The prisoner’s cells, bell tank, barracks and officer’s mess at Fort St.George are all located among well manicured grounds which are a popular venue for art shows. Fort St.George also has a souvenir shop so you can share the experience with loved ones. The Tobago museum is located in the Barrack Guard House of Fort St.George.  On a clear day you can even see the Northern Range of Trinidad from Fort St.George.

 

Visiting Tobago will be made infinitely easier by booking a resort in advance. For unparalleled views and comfort, book a suite at the luxurious Half Moon Blue resort. Lying beneath the hill of Fort St.George, you can reach this and many other attractions from this comfortable resort. Half Moon Blue resort can be found at the Old Donkey Cart House and guests will immediately feel at home in the colonial styled suites.  This resort also has an ultra luxurious penthouse suite that offers stunning views of the ocean, of the half moon shaped Bacolet Bay, as well as views of Trinidad in the distance.

 

To book your accommodation in Tobago mailto:holidays@halfmoonblue.com or call 868.639.3551. Half Moon Blue resort in Tobago is ideal for a relaxed and refreshing escape from work and regular life. You can take a midnight dip in the pool, curl up in your balcony with a book or indulge at La Belle Creole – the resort’s restaurant.

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Coral reef diving for beginners

October 15, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , ,

One of the most exciting experiences in the world is coral reef diving. Under the water, the ocean is teeming with the most beautiful flora and fauna in the most diverse of colors and you can experience all this when you go diving. Diving is a skill that you must learn from professionals and start slowly, in calmer stretches of ocean. However, experienced divers can go diving into more difficult waters but are rewarded with stunning underwater life. One of the most popular diving destinations in the world is Trinidad and Tobago.

 

If you look for accommodation in Tobago before you make your trip, you will probably have a more relaxed journey. Accommodation in Tobago is quite hard to find during peak season so this should be finalized before you get here. Half Moon Blue resorts are the ideal vacation accommodation in Tobago for you. To book your accommodation in Half Moon Blue resorts mailto:holidays@halfmoonblue.com or call 868.639.3551. Their plush, spacious suites are comfortable when you need a rest from the adrenalin rush of diving. On the other side of the island, the Villa Green Seven is a gorgeous retreat for all the golfers who visit.

 

Trinidad and Tobago are the southern most tip of the Caribbean and are home to some of the most spectacular plant life, both above and under water. An eco tour or a water tour is an excellent way to spend a day in this island paradise. The staff at Half Moon Blue will be able to assist you in booking the tours.

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Holiday accommodation in Trinidad and Tobago

October 13, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , ,

Trinidad and Tobago are an archipelago nation in the West Indies that are becoming one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations. Set at the very end of the gorgeous Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago are a beautiful and romantic location for travelers. Trinidad and Tobago offer the stunning beaches and unique natural landscape as well as adventure sports and their infamous party culture. You can plan a trip to Trinidad and Tobago during any time of the year as their weather is sunny throughout the year.

 

When you plan your vacation to Trinidad and Tobago, it would be wise to find a resort before hand, as the popularity of the islands has rendered all resorts over booked. A comfortable resort like the Half Moon Blue resort is the perfect place for you to unwind and have a good time.

 

Nestled in gardens of palms, bamboo and bougainvillea, the Half Moon Blue resort suites lie beneath the hill of historical Fort George. Extra spacious suites and a spectacular Penthouse loft at the Half Moon Blue resort overlook the horizon, the half moon shaped Bacolet Bay and the overflow swimming pool where midnight swims are a must! To book your accommodation in Tobago mailto:holidays@halfmoonblue.com or call 868.639.3551. The decor of Half Moon Blue resort sets your mood for serene and lazy days and romantic exotic nights. Half Moon Blue resort has colonial styled suites with jalousied windows and doors open onto verandahs with rattan chaise-lounges, creating the perfect spot for whatever your heart desires…

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Plan a vacation to Trinidad and Tobago

October 8, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , ,

If you have a long weekend coming up, you should plan a vacation to Trinidad and Tobago. This small nation is set at the southern tip of the Caribbean archipelago and is quickly becoming very popular as many tourists are planning vacations to Trinidad and Tobago. If you are wondering what activities you might find on a vacation to Trinidad and Tobago, here is a list: coral reef diving, wind surfing, water skiing, horse back riding, swimming, eco tours, and much more. So, get moving and plan your vacation to Trinidad and Tobago soon because you will definitely have a good time.

 

One of the things you have to finish before you actually get to the islands is accommodation. Resorts in Tobago are usually hard to find in peak season and a quick online search will help you find gorgeous resorts in Tobago, like the Half Moon Blue resorts in Tobago. Once you find holiday accommodation, all you have to do is pack your bags and get on a plane! Half Moon blue resorts in Tobago are nestled in palm, bamboo and bougainvillea and have a huge swimming pool where guests can splash about in the day time, or take a moonlight dip in, at night.

 

The suites at Half Moon Blue resorts in Tobago offer gorgeous views of the half moon shaped Bacolet Bay as well as of the ocean, and even Trinidad in the distance. Your vacation to Trinidad and Tobago will help you relax and refresh your spirits whether you are experiencing their party culture, or just exploring the island.

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Follow the tropical route

October 7, 2008 · Filed under Travel · Tagged , , ,

If you have a love of adventure, follow the tropical route to Tobago and Trinidad, the much-talked about Caribbean islands. Soak up the passions of a culture that is as colorful as its people. Half Moon Blue at Half Moon Blue Resorts, the French colonial resort at the Donkey Cart House, Bacelot Bay, Tobago, opens its doors to welcome you into an exotic ambience where the décor is as warm as its hospitality. Surround yourself with luxury and relaxation as Half Moon Blue pampers you with its renowned Caribbean heritage and tradition.

 

Woven with the tapestry of a long history, the islands of Trinidad and Tobago have spun the magic of a never-ending carousel of celebrations. With a spectrum of entertainment covering an entire gamut of parties, sports, culture, cuisines, theater, dance, films and music, Trinidad and Tobago vibrates with the spirit of fun, frolic and feasting. The islands showcase a variety of entertainment every month of the year not only to entertain themselves but to share their love of the different facets of life that add a fulfilling meaning and the essence of joie de vivre.

Opening a delightful fortnight of creativity from September 17th to September 30th, 2008, the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival (TTFF) showcases its Animae Caribe – Animation and New Media Festival. Held at MovieTowne and Studio Film Club, Port of Spain, the festival explores the Diaspora of the Caribbean people and Latin America. In order to educate the people of Trinidad and Tobago with the art of filmmaking, the TTFF has brought in art of filmmaking to entertain its audiences. The fascinating fairytale ‘Cinderella’ is also enacted to give the people the magic of theater, showcasing costumes, dance, music and comedy. This gorgeous theatrical production is featured from September 23rd to the 28th.

Taking the craft of entertainment to encourage the spirit of camaraderie and joy, the Annual Carib Tobago Cycling Festival attracts cyclists from around the world to take part in the Tobago’s 22nd Annual International Cycling Classic. The cycling route winds through the island’s beautiful coastline, starting from Milford Road, Crown Point and then traverses the Atlantic Coast with an in-land crossing at Speyside alongside the Caribbean Sea. The racing route goes through the quaint villages of Moriah and Mason Hall and ends at Milford Main Road, Crown Point. Blended with excitement and a sense of adventure, Tobago invites golf enthusiasts and champions to participate in the Tobago Open Golf Tournament held at the stunningly picturesque Tobago plantations Golf Course.

Studded with merriment, fabulous cuisines and friendly competition, the islands bring in a sense of spirituality with the International Gospel Festival. As the islands of Trinidad and Tobago reverberate with sights, sounds and sensations, the islanders have added another feature to their kaleidoscope of entertainment with the Tobago Fest that features a carnival with Fest Queen Contest, Night Mas, soca concerts, Parade of bands and the steel bands. The highlight of these festivities ends with the Republic Day of Trinidad and Tobago on the 24th of September that weaves in the freedom of the warm and friendly islands with harmony and rhythm.

Half Moon Blue invites you to relax after the excitement of the festivals and casts a spell of romance and old-world charm to give you the intrinsic value of the true taste of Caribbean revitalization.

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